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This double board certified expert has been practicing for nearly 20 years. Fellowship trained in Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Peripheral Nerve Surgery, he has been awarded the honor of Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is a Medical Consultant for the ATP Professional Men's Tennis Tour. He is extensively published and is Editor Emeritus of the international medical journal "Foot and Ankle Specialist", while he is currently a member of the Editorial Board for "Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery" and the "Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery". This expert is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery in the Division of Podiatric Surgery at a major medical university, as well as the Chief of Podiatric Surgery at his institution's affiliated medical center. He is also the Co-Director of a foot and ankle specialty group practice with 8 locations throughout Southern California.
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Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), California College of Podiatric Medicine
Santa Monica,
California
This highly qualified Podiatrist is board certified in Foot Surgery. He completed two residencies in both medical and surgical Podiatry. he completed intensive training in in peripheral nerve surgery. He is member of several professional organizations including the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. This expert has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and is often invited to lecture as a guest speaker at engagements around the United States. He is highly active in the research community having completed multiple clinical trials. He is currently an Associate Professor at a podiatry school, Co-Director of Limb Preservation at a major hospital and enjoys hospital privileges at five regional hospitals.
Podiatrist, Several California Hospitals
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), California College of Podiatric Medicine
San Francisco,
California
This qualified expert earned his BS and MS at the University of Southern California and his MD at the Georgetown School of Medicine; he completed a general surgery internship at the University of California at Los Angeles, an orthopedic surgery residency at the Tulane University School of Medicine, and a foot & ankle surgery fellowship at the Miller Orthopaedic Clinic. This expert's expertise is highlighted by his 20+ published peer-reviewed journal articles and his extensive experience as course faculty giving over 200 presentations worldwide. He is the Founder of a Foot and Ankle Institute and the Director of an Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship. Additionally, he is orthopaedic consultant for a Nevada collegiate sports program, taking care of all their athletes over the past 10 years. He is also involved with medical school training of students and residence in orthopedic surgery.
Team Physician, University Sports Program in NV
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine
Henderson,
Nevada
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What Can a Foot and Ankle Expert Witness Opine On?
Ankle Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive joint surgery.
Achilles Tendon Repair
Surgical correction of tendon injuries.
Foot Fusion Surgery
Joining bones to reduce pain.
Bunionectomy
Removal of bunions for pain relief.
Plantar Fasciitis Release
Relieving heel pain through surgery.
Lateral Ankle Stabilization
Repairing weakened ankle ligaments.
FAQs for Foot and Ankle Expert Witnesses
What is a foot and ankle expert witness?
A foot and ankle expert witness is a medical specialist who evaluates injuries and treatment involving the foot and ankle. They assist by reviewing records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex podiatry issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of a foot and ankle specialist as an expert witness?
A foot and ankle expert witness handles personal injury, slip-and-fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, sports injuries, fractures, deformities, and surgical complication cases.
How can a foot and ankle expert witness strengthen causation analysis?
A foot and ankle expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking specific injuries to medical evidence, biomechanics, and incident details to show how and why they occurred.
What credentials should a foot and ankle expert witness possess?
A foot and ankle expert witness should be a board-certified podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon with specialized foot and ankle training, clinical experience, and prior medico-legal testimony.
How does a foot and ankle expert witness evaluate long-term impairment?
A foot and ankle expert witness evaluates long-term impairment by reviewing records, imaging, exams, and function to rate permanent loss using accepted medical-legal guidelines.
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